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Lucy Warwick-Ching

Head of Community

Lucy Warwick-Ching is the head of community, in charge of developing the FT's commenting strategy. She writes the weekly Your Questions column.

Previously Lucy was the personal finance digital editor. She produced the FT Money Show podcast, coordinated FT Money’s digital output and wrote for the weekday newspaper and FT.com.

Email Lucy Warwick-Ching @WarwickChing  on X.com (link opens in a new browser window)
  • Wednesday, 29 October, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Can I force my ex-partner to contribute financially to our child?

    Since separation he has shown little intention of helping us

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  • Thursday, 23 October, 2025
    Q&AAsk an Expert
    How is AI reshaping the world of work? You asked, we answered

    Chief data reporter John Burn-Murdoch and employment columnist Sarah O’Connor replied to readers

  • Tuesday, 21 October, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    How can we avoid being scammed?

    As chief financial officer of a family business, I feel we are at risk

    Montage image of a phone with an alert symbol in one hand and a credit card in the other hand
  • Wednesday, 15 October, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Should I tell my stepchildren they won’t inherit the family home?

    I would rather leave it to my niece

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  • Wednesday, 8 October, 2025
    Your QuestionsProfessional services
    I need to make staff redundant — how can I do it fairly?

    We’re having to consider cutting costs. Unfortunately, this may mean reducing headcount

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  • Wednesday, 1 October, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Can I stop my ex-wife from delaying our divorce?

    As each stage gets delayed my legal costs are rising

  • Friday, 26 September, 2025
    Marriage and divorce
    Welcome to London, the divorce capital of the world

    A recent court ruling is expected to bring a new flood of ‘divorce tourists’ seeking higher payouts

    An illustration of a judge stamping a divorce certificate, with legal papers scattered on a desk and a suitcase nearby
  • Wednesday, 24 September, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    How should we pass our family business to our children?

    We want to retire but worry about incoming IHT rules

  • Tuesday, 16 September, 2025
    Your QuestionsInheritance
    How do I pass wealth down to my children without them wasting it?

    Our two children know that we are wealthy, but they are not aware of the full extent of our fortunes

    Montage of a mother talking to her teenage daughter holding some cash
  • Wednesday, 10 September, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Should I sell my home to pay for care fees?

    I can’t afford to pay for costs out of my personal income but I don’t want to sell my property

  • Tuesday, 2 September, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    How can I protect joint family money?

    My brother moved to Dubai, but still owes me money

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  • Thursday, 28 August, 2025
    Your QuestionsInheritance
    How will the IHT rule changes impact me?

    I live in Hong Kong but my children live in the UK

    Montage of a typical British house with the Hong Kong skyline in the background
  • Wednesday, 20 August, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Can I challenge my solicitor’s fees?

    Legal costs have doubled what was originally agreed for help with a dispute

  • Tuesday, 12 August, 2025
    Your QuestionsLaw
    Do we need to employ our nanny?

    She will split her weekly hours between us and another family

  • Tuesday, 5 August, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Will my child maintenance payments be capped?

    I’m a higher earner and in the process of getting divorced

  • Saturday, 2 August, 2025
    Personal Finance
    Prenups: is it time we changed the law?

    Calls to make prenuptial agreements legally binding in England and Wales have revived debate around financial fairness in divorce

    llustration of a bride and groom exchanging a signed prenuptial agreement
  • Wednesday, 30 July, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    What can I do when tenants refuse to pay their rent?

    I can’t afford to pay the mortgage on my buy-to-let flat

  • Tuesday, 22 July, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Should I make a ‘digital’ will?

    I would like to know of any risks involved

  • Wednesday, 16 July, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Are Junior Isas the best savings option for children?

    I’m looking for the most tax-efficient way to build a nest egg for my newborn

  • Monday, 14 July, 2025
    Marriage and divorce
    Reader callout: Have you signed a prenuptial agreement — or do you wish you had?

    Such agreements are increasing in England and Wales

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  • Wednesday, 9 July, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Should we let our house during Wimbledon fortnight?

    What are the tax implications of letting our property during the tennis championships?

  • Wednesday, 2 July, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Can I take my Aussie pension without being taxed in the UK?

    I’ve been living in London for over 20 years and I’m now planning my retirement

  • Wednesday, 25 June, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Can I pass down crypto through my will?

    I’m thinking about the pitfalls with crypto versus more traditional assets

  • Wednesday, 18 June, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Is there ever a ‘right’ time to resign?

    I’ve been offered a new role but worry about the timing

  • Wednesday, 11 June, 2025
    Your QuestionsInsight & Comment
    Should I push for a divorce in the UK?

    My husband wants the hearing to take place in France

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