Whilst we should be aware of other cultures and religions, we can't take preference and spend money on one particular religion. It is unfair on other religions or cultures. 
 
There are places to worship in Portsmouth. Otherwise we would have to build a university chapel, or synagogue or temples. 
 
Perhaps this call should be reconsidered.

well i think that is over exagerrating.. a university chapel.. synagogue and temple! its not a request for a mosque to be built is it.. just a room to pray in for the last 2 prayers of the day.. And those faiths that require these places of worship mentioned above are not obliged to perform prayers five times daily. For Muslims it is obligatory to pray five times a day. 
Nobody is taking preference.. there are facilities available for all faiths in the Nuffield Centre.. there is a chaplaincy.. however if muslim students need this facility and are currently doing something about it.. it should be considered by the university.. and if given it should be used. However I agree there are places to worship in Portsmouth. Students of other faiths should also feel free to ask for facilities if they require them after closing time and can show that they do so. This will make it fair on other religions/cultures, not unfair. Muslims have one religion but can be from many cultures so this is a religious need, not cultural. I have many Muslim friends.

The Students' Union has a large building of its own including meeting rooms that are often empty in the evenings. Why can't the Union look after the needs of Islamic students better? It only seems to look after those students who like sports and beer!

Here at the Student's Union we have over 8000 students involved in Clubs and Societies. We only have 4 meeting rooms to give those students, so as you can imagine, they are in great demand and do not lie empty. However, we are working with the Islamic society, the Chaplincy and the University to find the best location we can. We are currently investigating the library as the best option.  
 
Also, this issue is not about pandering to one faith at the cost of others. It is ensureing that the University sees the welfare of its students as a top priority and offers the levels of welfare provision that other universities consider standard.