At around 8pm last night, the 40-year-old was at home in Ellon Grove, Paisley, with the four children when two armed robbers barged into her house.

The brutes threatened her with a weapon and demanded that she hand over cash.

A four figure sum of cash was handed over and both of the men fled in an unknown direction. Fortunately no-one was hurt.

The first suspect is described as a white male, 5 ft 8” tall with a muscular build. He has a round face and short blonde hair. His accent was described as local. At the time of the incident the suspect was dressed in black clothing.

The second suspect is described as a white male, 5 ft 8” tall with a muscular build. He is described as bald, wearing a black top with a police logo on the sleeve, wearing black trousers and boots Detective Inspector Sandy Nelson is appealing for information.

He said: “No one in the house was hurt as a result of this incident, however, everyone involved has been left in a state of shock.

“We are continuing with our enquiries. I would ask for anyone who may have been in the Renfrew Road / Gallowhill area of Paisley who thinks they have relevant information to get in contact Mill Street Police Office on the 101 number. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.”