A/HRC/28/10 step judicial monitoring and all the measures introduced complied with the international and domestic obligations of Kazakhstan. Appeals could be made against decisions by the prosecutor and some of the prosecutor’s authority had been transferred to the court under the new Criminal Code. 62. At present, the Government was considering the ratification of CRPD and efforts were under way to provide for persons with disabilities, particularly with regard to improving access to services and transport and fostering a positive approach to persons with disabilities in society. National policies ensured the provision of modern medical assistance and free aid and rehabilitation was available to victims of radiation from the Semipalatinsk nuclear test zone, as well as other social benefits and compensation. 63. The Trade Unions Act of 2014 clearly indicated the organization of the trade union movement and increased its role in protecting workers’ rights and interests. Trade unions could be formed without prior authorization and local trade unions could join together to form an organization. 64. Kazakhstan enjoyed a wide range of media outlets, the majority of which were not operated by the State. Digital broadcasting was being introduced and satellite broadcasts were available throughout the country. Internet access was being expanded and the State provided support to help regional media outlets move online. The suspension or cease of media activities could be ordered by the outlet owner or the court. 65. The delegation noted that the new national human rights action plan would be developed for the period 2015-2020. It is envisaged that the new plan would include a special section, outlining necessary measures for the protection of the rights of human rights defenders. 66. Portugal expressed regret that the number of crimes that were grounds for the imposition of the death penalty had increased under the new Criminal Code. It enquired about planned measures to improve respect for women’s rights and to reduce gender inequalities. Portugal made recommendations. 67. The Republic of Korea welcomed the national plan in support of persons with disabilities, the project to ensure the effectiveness of criminal cases against violations of constitutional rights and the adoption of the Broadcasting Act. It made recommendations. 68. The Russian Federation noted with satisfaction progress in achieving inter-ethnic and interfaith accord, economic development, political stability, realization of the right to education, health and access to health care as well as in improving national legislation. It made recommendations. 69. Senegal welcomed the moratorium on the death penalty, the inclusion of human rights as a subject in school curricula and the implementation of the Kazakhstan 2050 Strategy. Senegal made a recommendation. 70. Serbia encouraged Kazakhstan to improve legislation and institutional framework, taking into consideration recommendations from the review. It welcomed efforts made in combating domestic violence. It noted efforts to combat gender discrimination and a need for a more inclusive gender policy. Serbia made recommendations. 71. Sierra Leone commended Kazakhstan’s efforts to meet its human rights obligations. It encouraged Kazakhstan to eliminate structural inequalities and the segregation of women at work and to provide undocumented migrants with access to essential medical care, education and public services. It made recommendations. 72. Singapore commended improved access to quality health care, the decline in maternal and infant mortality, the increase of women holding senior appointments in the 9