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Although Barlanark was relativly safe for its residents the geographical nature of Glasgow gang culture, mostly district orientated, was imported from the slums that the residents were escaping from. From as early as the mid 1950’s to the early 1960’s the Bar-L gang evolved from the youth that resided in Barlanark. From the mid 1960’s onward the gang expanded to incorporate outside members from surrounding areas. During the 1980’s one of the best known members was Tam "the Licensee" McGraw (Thomas McGraw). The area became involved in the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars of the 1980s.

Community Development

The Calvay Centre was opened in 2007, replacing the block of flats and shopping area. The Centre has a 12 place IT Suite as part of John Wheatley College's Learning Network, a 24 place nursery operated by Glasgow East Regeneration Agency and a family centre operated by Quarriers. The Centre is used to provide services for the local community and to offer meeting spaces for local groups and organisations.