A/HRC/RES/16/21 49. Thematic resolutions on the same issue to be presented in between the abovementioned intervals are expected to be shorter and focused on addressing the specific question or standard gap that justified their presentation. D. Transparency and extensive consultations for resolutions and decisions 50. The consultation process on, inter alia, resolutions and decisions of the Council shall observe the principles of transparency and inclusiveness. E. Documentation 51. There is a need for ensuring the availability of working documents in a timely manner and in all official languages of the United Nations. F. Deadlines for the notification and submission of draft initiatives and programme budget implication information 52. There is a need for early submission of draft resolutions and decisions by the end of the penultimate week of the Council session. 53. Sponsors of initiatives are encouraged to contact the Office of the High Commissioner before the second week of the session with a view to facilitate the circulation of information on budgetary implications, if any. G. Establishment of an office of the President 54. In line with the procedural and organizational roles of the President, the Office of the President of the Human Rights Council shall be established, within existing resources, in order to support the President in the fulfilment of his or her tasks and enhance efficiency, continuity and institutional memory in this regard. 55. The Office of the President shall be provided with adequate resources drawn from the regular budget, including staff, office space and necessary equipment required for the fulfilment of their tasks. The appointment of the staff of the Office shall promote equitable geographic distribution and gender balance. The staff of the Office shall be accountable to the President. 56. The composition, modalities and financial implications of the Office of President shall be considered by the Council on the basis of the report of the secretariat, at its seventeenth session. H. Human Rights Council secretariat service 57. The secretariat service to the Council and its mechanisms should continue to be improved to enhance the efficiency of the work of the Council. I. Accessibility for persons with disabilities 58. There is a need to enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities to the Council and the work of its mechanisms, including its information and communication technology, Internet resources and documents, in accordance with international standards on accessibility for persons with disabilities. 8