Mother Pushes for 'Jools' Law' After Son's Death Linked to Online Challenges

Ellen Roome campaigns for access to deceased children's social media data as Parliament prepares to debate the proposed law.

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.