Overview

• Ellen Roome, whose 14-year-old son Jools Sweeney died in April 2022, believes his death may be linked to an online challenge but lacks access to his social media data for confirmation.
• Social media companies, citing privacy concerns, have denied Roome access to her son's messages and browsing history, with some data reportedly deleted.
• Roome is advocating for 'Jools' Law,' which would grant parents the right to access their deceased children's online activity; the proposal will be debated in Parliament on Monday.
• A petition supporting the proposed law has gained significant traction, surpassing 126,000 signatures and drawing public attention to the issue.
• Roome has criticized social media companies for their lack of cooperation, emphasizing the need for answers and accountability to prevent similar tragedies.