A/HRC/11/28 Page 10 measures to ensure the prosecution and punishment of those who profit from prostitution. Argentina recommended considering the possibility of ratifying the OP-CRC-SC. 50. The United Kingdom welcomed Mauritius’ efforts to develop a strong culture of human rights through finalizing the National Action Plan on Human Rights, which will in particular focus on enhancing human rights for the most vulnerable groups, such as women, children, people living with HIV/AIDS and the poor. It noted the concerns expressed by the Human Rights Committee about reports from NGOs on ill treatment and deaths of persons in custody and in prisons attributable to police officers, and the absence of proper investigation into these violations, as well as concerns at the percentage of inmate population in pre-trial detention. United Kingdom also noted NGO information related to discrimination faced by the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community and that no possible legal means is available to seek acknowledgment of and compensation for any discrimination or violence due to sexual orientation. United Kingdom recommended to Mauritius: (a) to take further steps to address discrimination against women, especially in the work place, and: (b) that investigations be carried out into all violations and deaths of persons in custody and in prisons attributable to police officers; (c) that perpetrators of such violations be prosecuted and that victims be paid compensation and have access to independent bodies for investigating those complaints; and (d) that further measures be taken to prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation, and that the Equal Opportunities Act allow legal acknowledgement of homosexual couples and their human rights. 51. Germany asked if Mauritius intends to take further measures to tackle the issue of child abuse and neglect, including sexual abuse, and especially the high number of children involved in commercial sexual exploitation. It asked when Mauritius will enact a legislative framework or other systematic measures to protect women and children who are victims of trafficking, prostitution and sexual exploitation and to ensure the effective prosecution and punishment of those who exploit prostitution. Germany recommends to Mauritius to take measures to bring the situation of persons in custody in line with international standards, including introducing clear legal provisions for the minimum age of criminal responsibility and the length of pre-trial detention. Germany recommends that Mauritius intensify its awareness-raising and strengthen prevention efforts on violence against women and put in place effective monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure the effectiveness of measures taken to address all forms of violence against women. Germany recommends an increase in the number of available shelters for the victims and their children. Germany recommends further to Mauritius to address all obstacles that prevent women from reporting acts of violence to the police. Finally, Germany recommends to Mauritius to enact legislation that criminalizes rape. 52. Morocco welcomed the effort to create a culture of public service based on equity, transparency and responsibility. It recommended to the Government to continue its efforts in promoting human rights, especially by integrating into school programs the fundamental principles of human rights and strengthening the education on these rights in parallel campaigns and educational measures. It asked for additional information. Morocco asked about Mauritius’s expectations from United Nations agencies in capacity building and assistance in implementing the National Action Plan on Human Rights. It asked about the measures taken or envisioned by the Government to reduce the problem of overcrowding in prisons. 53. Palestine noted that Mauritius is party to core international human rights instruments and that the protection of migrant workers rights is another priority of Mauritius. It encouraged Mauritius in its work to ensure gender equality and mentioned that the Constitution guarantees total freedom of worship and religion. Palestine recommended to Mauritius to: (a) continue its