Existing boards could be merged so there would be one for the west and another for the east of Scotland.
The draft bill would be introduced into Parliament if the Scottish government secured the necessary powers from the UK government.
Ben Macpherson, the minister for innovation, technology and tertiary education, has quit.
Malcolm Offord said he had a procedure last week to remove his prostate and was now "clear" and "raring to go".
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.
Candidates in the race to replace Anas Sarwar have two weeks to secure the support needed to reach the ballot.
The Glasgow MSP is expected to be confirmed for role in Andy Burnham's government after taking a seat in the house of Lords.
FM John Swinney said he will seek more powers for the Scottish Parliament from new PM Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham enters Downing Street promising more devolution and economic growth but what does that mean for Scotland?
