Hi all thanks for advice, I have an idea I am thinking about taking robbiep 's advice and might email my local rifle and shooting club, explaining my convictions to them, and my intrest in .22 target shooting. Also to ask to see if they would be prepared to accept me as a probationary member with my convictions, so that I can shoot and then become a full member, but still not apply for my FAC for another 3 years. i then would have been a full member for 2 an half years and an a avid shooter. All advice greatly appreciated chaps.
Cheers Patrick.