The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Equality and non-discrimination - Relevant government bodies have neither amended nor enacted any regulations, which uphold guarantees of the principles of equality and non-discrimination in rights and freedoms. The principles of equality and non-discrimination continue to be subject to restrictions that hinder application on the ground. This fact is demonstrated by some provisions of the Personal Status Law, which establish guardianship, custodianship, and family responsibilities. The principle of partition of matrimonial property is absent. The Law further associates women’s economic and social rights to man’s will. In addition, the Law No. (4) of 1999 on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is impaired by unclear regulations and bylaws, which should have ensured that the law is duly applied and that needed financial resources for enforcement are provided. So far, a reasonable timeline that is commensurate with the financial resources of the Palestinian Authority (PA) has not been set forth to put the law into effect. - The ICHR has no information on measures and procedures, by which the Palestinian government seeks to implement the provisions of the Covenant, provide physical access for all groups to the rights enshrined in the ICESCR. Of note, the fact that the budget is programme-based, budget allocations for these groups are clearly delineated. In the light of the above, the ICHR recommends that:  A regulation be enacted, providing for non-discrimination for any reason whatsoever in all aspects. At the same time, the regulation will prescribe measures at all levels to ensure that this principle is enforced within a particular timeframe. Any provisions that are in contrariety with the principle of non-discrimination will be repealed.  Annual government budgets be prepared in a manner that discloses budgeted allocations for relevant groups. This should show how compliant the government is with realising and protecting the rights enshrined in the ICESCR for all segments of society. Equality of rights between men and women - The government has not, to date, adopted a clear definition of discrimination against women. To promote equality of rights between men and women, a law has not been enacted. Such an enactment should include a definition of discrimination as a constitutional principle, on the grounds of which all national regulations, policies, and procedures are aligned. This 9