18_91 substantive_scope 91. The Commission recalls that the right of peaceful assembly is a fundamental right in a democratic society and, like the right to freedom of expression, one of the foundations of such a society (No. 8191/78, Dec. 10.10.79, D.R. 17 p. 93). It should not, therefore, be interpreted restrictively (No. 13079/87, Dec. 6.3.89, to be published in D.R. 60).The freedom of peaceful assembly within the meaning of Article 11 para. 1 applies to peaceful demonstrations, and covers not only static meetings, but also public processions. The Commission has also found that a demonstration by means of repeated sit-ins blocking a public road fell within the ambit of Article 11 para. 1 (cf.