A/HRC/10/78 Page 7 regard to gender equality, Turkey asked Serbia to give more information on the implementation of the national Millennium Development Goals. Turkey wished to be informed on the mandate and functioning of the Council for National Minorities and the implementation of by-laws on affirmative action. 17. Algeria recalled the commitment of Serbia and Algeria to the ideals of liberty, peace and justice and to the principles of international law as the only way to preserve international stability. It paid tribute, in particular, to the State’s determination to prevent Islamophobia, having seen its negative consequences, and also for having brought Radovan Karadzic to justice. Algeria asked for more information on the implementation of recommendations made by the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights on ensuring universal access to primary health care, particularly by extending the system of mandatory insurance to all, including refugees, displaced persons and Roma, and on the recommendation of the Human Rights Committee regarding full and effective access to social services. Algeria noted that the adoption of a specific law dealing with discrimination is listed among the State’s priorities. It recommended that Serbia take appropriate measures to implement commitments referred to in paragraphs 119 and 120 of the national report, in particular ratifying various international instruments, including the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. 18. Italy was concerned that a number of non-governmental organizations have reported high levels of domestic violence against women and children and recommended that Serbia take all appropriate measures, in legislation, implementation and awareness-raising, to tackle such issues. Italy noted that the implementation of the law in 2006 on churches and religious organizations was giving rise to a significant number of complaints by “non-traditional” religious communities, which have been denied official recognition and were thus deprived of any legal status. Italy recommended that Serbia take adequate measures to guarantee the protection and promotion of religious freedom, including by adopting legislation related to the recognition of all churches and religious communities. While welcoming the adoption of a strategy to improve the situation of disabled persons, Italy noted that the legislative framework was incomplete and that not enough resources were allocated to this sector. It recommended that new anti-discrimination legislation be adopted to protect the rights of disabled persons, including the living conditions in residential and mental health institutions, and that their social integration be promoted. 19. Finland acknowledged the State’s commitment to improving the situation of the Roma, who however still lived in poor conditions and faced discrimination in several areas, including education, social protection, health care and employment. Finland asked for further information on concrete measures for the improvement of the situation of the Roma and recommended that the Government adopt and implement comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation, and commit to effectively integrating the Roma into society. Expressing its concerns about the realization of the rights of persons with disabilities, Finland recommended that the Government take concrete measures to address the high rate of unemployment among persons with disabilities and the special needs of children with disabilities at schools. 20. The United Kingdom commended Serbia for its efforts and encouraged it to continue bringing its legislation into line with European human rights standards. While recognizing the State’s commitment to human rights, the United Kingdom noted that changes to its domestic legislation were needed. It recommended that the Government ensure that legislation on the proper implementation of its commitments to human rights was adopted and enforced as soon as