1970 in Scottish television

This is a list of events in Scottish television from 1970.

Events

18 June – Televised coverage of the 1970 United Kingdom general election. 13 November – The Colour Strike begins when ITV staff refuse to work with colour television equipment, following a dispute over pay with their management. Unknown – The singer David Bowie appears in a half-hour mime improv play on Scottish Television. He narrates in song, while perched on a ladder. Unknown – The first current affairs television series in Gaelic, , begins broadcasting on BBC Scotland.

Television series Scotsport (1957–2008) Dr. Finlay's Casebook (1962–1971) Reporting Scotland (1968–1983; 1984–present)

Ending this year The Adventures of Francie and Josie (1962–1970)

Births 16 April - James Watson, actor 19 May - Sarah Heaney, television presenter 17 September - Dallas Campbell, television presenter Unknown - Frances Grey, actress Unknown - Matt Healy, actor

See also 1970 in Scotland

References