Archie's retirement After nearly 17 years leading the country's Judiciary, Chief Justice Ivor Archie announces his retirement. Already the longest-serving Chief Justice in the nation’s history, Archie made the disclosure during his annual address at the ceremonial opening of the 2025/2026 law term. While the news came as a surprise to some, others saw it as a long-anticipated move, following growing concerns that had surfaced in the latter years of his extended leadership. Derek Achong has more.