My name is Ellen Roome, and I am a bereaved mother from Cheltenham, UK. My world was shattered April 2022 when I found my 14-year-old son, Jools Sweeney, not breathing at home. Since his tragic death, my mission has been to understand the circumstances that led to this heartbreaking event.

Accessing Jools' social media accounts could provide vital insights into his actions and whether he might have been influenced by an online challenge or other harmful interactions. However, I have faced significant hurdles, as current laws require a court order to access my son's digital data. This has prompted me to launch a campaign for "Jools' Law," which seeks to grant parents the right to access their deceased children's social media accounts without needing a court order.

My petition for Jools' Law raised 126,033 signatures (115,000 in just one week) before it had to be closed prematurely due to the general election. This overwhelming support has been a beacon of hope in my quest for legislative change. 

I am determined to continue this fight for transparency and safety in the digital space so no other family has to endure the pain we have suffered.