35. Ms. LAIOU-ANTONIOU asked to what extent women living in rural areas could participate in the planning of social and economic development of their region, as stipulated in the Convention. It was stated in paragraph 27 of amendment 3 to the initial report that the most effective remedy for a person in the Isle of Man who had a grievance was by means of a complaint direct to a member of the local (Ms. Laiou-Antoniou) assembly (House of Keys). She wondered if women living in the remote areas of the island could really use that method to have their claims heard. For example, was it likely that a woman who had been dismissed for being pregnant would go and complain directly to the local assembly? 36. Ms. PILATAXI PE ARENAS referred to the increase in number of adoptions mentioned in the report. She wondered if that meant not only that British nationals adopted foreign children but also that aliens could also adopt children. She also asked if the recommendation of the Women's National Commission concerning co-operation between women and the police, particularly with regard to rape committed at home, was applied, and how. 37. Ms. SAYOGYO asked whether job-creating programmes existed for women in the rural areas and if so what had been the results. Article 16 38. Ms. FORDE welcomed the law of 1976 against domestic violence and also the fact that it protected couples living together in consensual unions. She asked whether the Government of the United Kingdom was planning to extend the rights of couples living together in consensual unions to child maintenance and property rights. With regard to the law reforming the Family Code, adopted in 1987, she asked if children born out of wedlock could inherit from their father and on what terms. Did legislation on inheritance contain provisions concerning families established 
**Analysis**
The text primarily focuses on issues related to women's rights, social development, and economic development in rural areas. The questions raised by the speakers concern the participation of women in planning, job-creating programs, domestic violence, and inheritance laws. These topics suggest a strong connection to the themes of employment, education, and social welfare, which are often linked to economic development.

**Category**
Employment, Humanitarian aid and relief