The review of Part V also signalled problems with the provision under which certain permissions withered after two years. This withering provision was introduced to put all planning permissions on an even footing as soon as possible in relation to social and affordable housing. However, it is now estimated that permissions for many thousands of houses would expire because of it at a time when it is critically important to ensure continued supply into 2003 and 2004. I therefore propose to insert two new sections into the Planning and Development Act, 2000.